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AK61 KWS

2011 Volkswagen Crafter

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2019
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

298,610 mi
Last recorded298,610 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2019
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Crafter120,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 KWS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCrafter
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 28 Oct 2019 298,610 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Oct 2018 260,562 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2018 260,562 miles

Brake lining(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Headlamp reflector missing (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 211,605 miles

Front wipers smear

bulb out warning light on

Fail 1 Nov 2017 211,605 miles

Front wipers smear

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

bulb out warning light on

Pass 28 Oct 2016 168,262 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235/65/16c 115/113r (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front inner arch trims loose/damaged and rubbing tyre

knock within steering rack area

Fail 27 Oct 2016 168,262 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235/65/16c 115/113r (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front inner arch trims loose/damaged and rubbing tyre

knock within steering rack area

Pass 5 Oct 2015 132,257 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 108,521 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Crafter?

Based on 720,441 MOT tests across 75,804 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
9,371
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
75,804
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12,487
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 6,349
Registration plate lamp not working 6,198
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,190
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AK61 KWS is a 2011 Volkswagen Crafter in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Crafter models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 120,646 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Crafter fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 12,487 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK61 KWS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Crafter typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 15 years old, this Volkswagen Crafter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK61 KWS registered?

AK61 KWS is a 2011 Volkswagen Crafter, first registered on 20 October 2011.

Is AK61 KWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK61 KWS shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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